Land Surveyor Technician- Seasonal

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Jacobs is seeking a Seasonal Land Surveyor Technician to support our Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) client. This role focuses on field data collection and inventory of stormwater assets located throughout highway right‑of‑way across the region. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, value safety as a core responsibility, and demonstrate strong field awareness—especially when working near live traffic and active highway environments.

As part of our survey and asset inventory team, you will support stormwater system documentation and field verification tasks, including

• Performing field survey and asset inventory duties using instruments such as GNSS receivers, total stations, digital levels, and/or data collectors
• Collecting location and condition data for stormwater structures (e.g., inlets, culverts, manholes, pipes, ditches) within highway right‑of‑way
• Applying WSDOT and industry‑standard surveying practices to support geospatial data accuracy and asset mapping
• Assisting with establishment of safe work zones and traffic control setups for survey operations along highways
• Supporting development of Site‑Specific Safety Plans and participating actively in daily safety briefings
• Maintaining clear and accurate field notes, either manually or electronically
• Assisting with data editing, downloading, and basic office processing to support asset inventory databases and GIS workflows

Some Jacobs staff are co‑located with WSDOT, while field crews travel throughout the region and statewide. Co‑location provides excellent training opportunities and allows you to work alongside a collaborative team of both consultant and state professionals.

This role is primarily a Seasonal Assignment based in Washington, with work occurring in the Vancouver, Yakima, and Bellingham areas.
The estimated duration is 6–9 months
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Compensation $30–$45 per hour, depending on experience

Overtime Eligible

Schedule Standard 10‑hour workdays, Monday through Thursday

As a project‑specific employee (Seasonal), you are not eligible for severance pay under the Company's Severance Pay Plan and will not be paid severance pay at the termination of your project employment, irrespective of any prior severance‑eligible service.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of construction inspection experience on transportation projects, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Valid driver's license and required to have and maintain a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to read and interpret roadway, structure, and bridge plans and specifications.

• A valid Traffic Control Flagger certificate.
• Experience in design, construction, traffic, materials, program management, or other transportation related types of work.
• Experience with Bentley software products Micro Station (CADD), InRoads or Open Roads (Geometric design).
• Experience with Pix4D, Virtual Surveyor, Leica;
  Viva, Captivate, Infinity and LGO.
• Experience in the Private or Public Survey field as a Lead, Tech, or intern.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. As a modified full‑time employee, we’ll give you the flexibility to work anywhere between 21‑39 hours per week. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.

Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Employees in a modified full‑time status will receive PTO based upon number of hours worked (allocated plans start at 17 days per calendar year). And certain roles may be eligible for additional…